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AXIS Jakarta International Java Jazz Festival – The Sparkles of the Jazz Constellation

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For five years, Jakarta International Java Jazz Festival (2005 – 2009) was held at Jakarta Convention Center (JCC). It was a deeply memorable period for us, and the visitors of Jakarta International Java Jazz Festival.

We surely still remember that it was in JCC that we first witnessed a festival which would later establish itself as one of the best and largest in the world, a festival that is the pride of Indonesians. Moreover, the gargantuan jazz festival is the product of Indonesian young people’s hard work.

For the first and last time, we had the opportunity to catch “The Godfather of Soul”, James Brown, in action. Our hearts swelled with pride as we saw Indonesian talents sharing the stages with international artists.

For five years, Jakarta International Java Jazz Festival provided an abundant of treat for music lovers (especially favoring the jazz genre) from Indonesia and abroad with the sparkling stars of the jazz constellation, such as Tania Maria, George Duke, Ivan Lins, Bob James, Joshua Redman, Ron Carter, Sergio Mendes, Sadao Watanabe, Jeff Lorber, Kurt Elling, The Manhattan Transfer, Michael Paulo, Marcus Miller, Jeff Kashiwa, Lisa Ono, Incognito, Tetsuo Sakurai, Diane Reeves, New York Voices, Renee Olstead, Terumasa Hino, John Scofield, Harvey Mason, Eldar, Dave Weckl, David Garfield, Ron King Bag Band, Patti Austin, Isao Suzuki, David Benoit, Simon Phillips, Jamie Cullum, and many more. There were also the beyond jazz musicians who proved to be popular all around the globe: Babyface, Jason Mraz, Chaka Khan, the “The Godfather of Funk” George Clinton, Alex Ligertwood, Bobby Caldwell and Peabo Bryson.

Furthermore, we were also fortunate to witness Indonesian musicians who were the icons of jazz (and jazzy) music such as Bubi Chen, Benny Mustafa van Diest, Benny Likumahuwa, Margie Segers, Oele Pattiselanno, Jopie Item, Ireng Maulana, Kiboud Maulana, Jeffrey Tahalele, Yance Manusama, Tjut Nyak Deviana Daudsjah, Ermy Kulit, Elfa Secioria, Indra Lesmana, Pra Budi Dharma, Ruth Sahanaya, Dwiki Dharmawan, Adjierao, Cendy Luntungan, Glen Dauna, Glen Fredly, Bambang Nugroho, Tompi, Maliq & D’Essentials, Dira, to the promising future of Indonesian music Ayla Rao, Rafi and Zefanya.

We Relocated Because We Care

Since 2008, Peter F. Gontha, founder of Jakarta International Java Jazz Festival and Chairman of Java Festival Production, already began to consider relocating Indonesia’s pride of a jazz festival to a larger area. JIExpo Kemayoran is the only representative venue in Jakarta, and Indonesia, to hold an event with multiple stages, hundreds of shows and tens of thousands of visitors.

Peter F. Gontha and the line-up of Java Festival Production became more assured with their decision to relocate Jakarta International Java Jazz Festival to JIExpo Kemayoran having seen the overflow of visitors in 2009. Approximately 30,000 people flocked to JCC per day, packing JCC solid with the visitors of Jakarta International Java Jazz Festival 2009, that year sponsored by AXIS.

All people present at AXIS Jakarta International Java Jazz Festival 2009 found it troublesome to move around JCC. The air was humid and seemed lacking ventilation. In such condition, the comfort and safety of the people attending the festival might be compromised. Java Festival Production desires and continues to actualize safety and comfort of all visitors of the next AXIS Jakarta International Java Jazz Festival. Hence, the relocation of AXIS Jakarta International Java Jazz Festival to JIExpo Kemayoran in 2010.

The Sparkles of the Jazz Constellation

Similar to its last five years, AXIS Jakarta International Java Jazz Festival 2010 will also showcase the sparkling talents of Indonesian and international artists. Due to perform, among which, are Tohpati, Bubi Chen, Indro Hardjodikoro, Oele Pattiselanno, Jeffrey Tahalele, Jakarta Broadway Team, Andre Hehanusa, Ligro Trio, Idang Rasjidi, Syaharani, Elfa?s Bossas, Aksan dan Titi Sjuman, RAN, Barry Likumahuwa, Soulvibe, Dewa Budjana, Gugun Blues Shelter, Opustre Soul Big Band, Lala Suwages, Ecoutez, Notturno and talented young pianist David Manuhutu.

Equally enthralling and diverse international musicians will also showcase their skills. Serious jazz twists will be performed by renowned jazz musicians such as Hubert Laws, Randy Brecker and Bill Evans accompanied by Steve Lukather (guitarist of Toto), renowned blues guitarist Robben Ford and Darry Jones (bassist of The Rolling Stones), George Duke, Christian McBride, David Murray, Carl Allen, Kurt Rosenwinkel and Roy Hargrove. The world’s best jazz vocal group The Manhattan Transfer is due to return for the second year, due to perform standards with the big band, and also a session where they perform pieces by jazz maestro Chick Corea.

For those preferring a more subtle jazz music, do not miss Bob James, Michael Paulo, Eric Marienthal, Everette Harp, Chieli Minucci, Mindy Abair, Jessy J, Lee Ritenour, Karen Briggs and Breakestra.

The Cuban Jazz, Latin Jazz and Brazilian Jazz numbers performed by Arturo O’Farril, Adonis Puentes, Bryan Lynch Latin Jazz Quartet, Emilio Santiago’s pristine voice, Ivan Lins and Hendrik Meurkens Samba Jazz Quartet will surely woo the audience with their sexiness. The audience should also prepare to be captivated by the performances of Eric Benet, Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds, Toni Braxton, Roberta Gambarini and Jane Monheit. Those who wondered what The Rat Pack looked and sounded like must not miss impersonators of Sammy Davis Jr., James Dean and Frank Sinatra in Direct from Vegas The Rat Pack?.

Rufus featuring Sly Stone is certainly one of the highlights of AXIS Jakarta International Java Jazz Festival 2010; it has been a tradition of Java Jazz Festival, presenting world’s music legends from various genres, this time from the genre soul and funk.

Don?t Want to Miss A Thing

Do you remember the song performed by super group Aerosmith in “Armageddon”? The visitors of AXIS Jakarta International Java Jazz Festival 2010 must not miss the opportunity to catch the songwriter of the song’s performance.

Diane Warren is the most productive and hit-making composer. She has sold more songs than The Beatles, Robbie Williams and Elton Jon combined. In addition to “Don’t Want to Miss a Thing”, Warren also wrote “Rhythm of the Night” (Gloria Estefan), “Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now” (Starship), “Blame It on the Rain” (Milli Vanili), “How Do I Live Without You” (LeAnn Rimes), “Un-Break My Heart” (Toni Braxton) and “Blue Eyes Blue” (Eric Clapton).

When she heard about Indonesia and Java Jazz Festival, Diane Warren wholeheartedly consented to perform her special project “Diane Warren’s Greatest Hits”. In addition to bringing along her latest find “Due Voci”, for the special project to be featured at AXIS Jakarta International Java Jazz Festival 2010, Diane Warren will also be collaborating with a number of Indonesian and international artists to sing her hits.

Aside from Diane Warren, not to be missed at AXIS Jakarta International Java Jazz Festival 2010, is the debut of duet Due Voci (Kelly Levesque and Tyler Hamilton). Diane Warren dubs the duet as “The Ultimate Romantic Duo”.

Also to debut at the Festival is 21-year-old Griffith Frank. Hailed as a combination of Josh Groban and Andrea Bocelli (voice-wise), the coolness of Josh Groban and the good looks of Michael Buble, the 3-octave-range singer has won a number of competitions.

Tribute to Michael Jackson

Most certainly, those living on the face on this earth agree that the songs of Michael Jackson are divine and memorable. Indulge you ears and emotions; enjoy the songs of the King of Pop through jazz arrangements never heard before. The pioneer of the “Tribute to Michael Jackson” project is drummer Harvey Mason. AXIS Jakarta International Java Jazz Festival 2010 will the first stage of the beautiful project.

This will be the first year of Jakarta International Java Jazz Festival at JIExpo Kemayoran. It is a beginning of a series of experience marveling at Jakarta International Java Jazz Festival, this year, in its sixth year.

Also a highlight of AXIS Jakarta International Java Jazz Festival 2010 at its new venue, JIExpo Kemayoran, there will be a collaboration with FTV Indonesia (a subsidiary of FTV International). FTV is an international TV channel dedicating its broadcast on fashion and lifestyle news. The station is broadcasted in more by 200 countries.

FTV’s participation in AXIS Jakarta International Java Jazz Festival 2010 will certainly emphasize how lifestyle is a part of music lovers’ lives. Due to collaborate elements of music and fashion, dubbed “Music and Fashion”, the project plans to treat music lovers with fashion shows dedicated to the street wear/urban look style which, in a way, is wearable by the visitors of AXIS Jakarta International Java Jazz Festival 2010. The collaboration between fashion and music will then be broadcasted by FTV International to various corners of the world! FTV Indonesia will promote Indonesia’s pride of a jazz festival by putting out teaser clips prior to D-Day, followed by clips of “Fashion and Music”. The collaboration will surely expand the echo of AXIS Jakarta International Java Jazz Festival 2010 to the corners of world.

The AXIS Experience

AXIS, the fastest growing national GSM and 3G operator in Indonesia, this year will again present the AXIS Jakarta International Java Jazz Festival. The company is for the second year in a row title sponsor this one of the largest jazz festivals in the world. AXIS has committed to a three year agreement as the title sponsor for AXIS Jakarta International Java Jazz Festival. In sponsoring the AXIS Jakarta International Java Jazz Festival, AXIS aims to underline its long-term commitment to support both international as well as Indonesian music industry and making music accessible for all.

In order to accommodate overwhelming responses we received last year, AXIS will again hold “Road to AXIS Jazz Stars” prior to the festival. It is a band competion to find talented jazz band who will get opportunity to perform on one of the AXIS Java Jazz Festival stages. This year, the competition was held in six big cities, Jakarta, Surabaya, Bandung, Yogyakarta, Medan, and Palembang, starting 20 January to 21 February 2010. Apart from a special opportunity to perform on Java Jazz Festival, AXIS will also provide cash reward for the Road to AXIS Jazz Stars winners. Through this program AXIS is providing a medium for its subscribers to deliver its creativity and to show appreciation on the great talent that Indonesian young musicians have.

Only for its subscribers, AXIS has prepared the following special offers and benefits:

* Buy 1 Get 1 Free:

Reload Rp50,000 + buy 1 AXIS Java Jazz ticket will get 1 Free ticket

* Buy 1 Get 2 Free:

Reload Rp150,000 + buy 1 AXIS Java Jazz ticket will get 1 Free ticket for this year and 1 free AXIS Java Jazz ticket for next year.

**Exclusive AXIS BlackBerry Bold 9700 Java Jazz Edition, including:

- Free daily pass ticket on AXIS Jakarta International Java Jazz Festival 2010

- Bluetooth headset

- Exclusive mini speaker

- Special video clips included of artists from AXIS Java Jazz Festival

- Free download AXIS Java Jazz Festival theme and RBT for their phone

Moreover, during the event, AXIS will provide special privileges, i.e. rest area complete with free snacks and drinks, shuttle bus to festival venue, the best seat to watch the shows in tribune and balcony, especially for AXIS customers

Bridging Indonesia and the World

BNI returns for the sixth time on a row to once again support international-class event Java Jazz Festival 2010. According to BNI’s President Director, Gatot M. Suwondo, BNI’s support for Java Jazz Festival 2010 is also an actualization of its support towards Indonesia’s creative industry. BNI is the Ministry of Trade’s partner in socializing and creating the blueprint of Indonesia’s creative industry. The creative economy is a culture-based product and innovative services industry with an abundance of business potential for the future. In addition to business consideration, the development of creative economy activities also gives tribute to art and cultural issues. There are 14 business sub-sectors encompassed within the creative industry, among which are: handicrafts, architecture, art market, design, fashion, advertising, video/film/photography, interactive games, music, performance arts, publishing, computer services and software, television & radio, and research & development. Its support for Java Jazz Festival 2010 is also a form of BNI’s commitment to appreciate and establish loyalty program for its consumers. Like the previous years, this year, BNI’s consumers will have access to the “Buy 1 Get Two” privilege (for debit card & credit card holders). BNI will also issue Java Jazz Festival 2010 themed pre-paid card, a valid payment method for the event.

In addition, BNI’s participation at Java Jazz Festival will strengthen BNI’s position in the youth segment living the modern lifestyle. In addition, by participating in the international-level music event, BNI strengthen its position as a local bank, highlighting the mission bridging Indonesia and the world.

Because You Wouldn’t Miss A Thing!

“Music is a universal language”. Jakarta International Java Jazz Festival is a concrete proof of that. Thousands of people from various profession and generation enthusiastically pack the halls of the concert venue, not excluding TEBS Lounge which features ‘cool’ music from the jazz’s top talents. This year, for the fourth time, TEBS is ready to support the showcase of international-quality music in Indonesia. It is festivals like this that will enrich the music horizon of music lovers in Indonesia and motivate us to move forward.

Open your eyes, hearts and ears to welcome Jakarta International Java Jazz Festival 2010?because you wouldn’t want to miss a thing!

World-class Handphone, World-class Festival

The number three company globally in the mobile telecommunications industry, LG Mobile has confirmed its support for Java Jazz Festival 2010. Support is given since the star-studded event is not only a phenomenon in the Indonesian music world, but also internationally. This is in line with the LG Mobile Spirit, which has successfully released phenomenal handphone products in the global market. LG Mobile is not only advanced in design, but also versatile to the worshippers of technology and style. With LG Chocolate as its first generation, the South Korean vendor shocked the market by booking sales of 21 million units worldwide. With the same spirit in tow, LG Mobile introduced LG New Chocolate (BL40) as the fourth generation of Black Label Series. In regards to introduction to its latest product, with no hesitation, LG Mobile prepares 200 free tickets to enjoy and marvel in the wonders of Java Jazz Festival to the buyers of LG BL40. Through this program, LG Mobile hopes to provide the opportunity for more people to enjoy the grand event, Indonesia’s pride of world-class jazz festival.

This is the first year of Jakarta International Java Jazz Festival at JIExpo Kemayoran; it is the beginning of a series of remarkable experience at Jakarta International Java Jazz Festival in its sixth edition.

AXIS Jakarta International Java Jazz Festival 2010

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